Betsy Udal and Melanie Ellis, Encore! 2022 Co-Chairs
Encore! 2022 CommitteeRenee Autorino Charlotte Croog Gene Evans Kathy Frederick Jenni Freidman Joan Freidman
Bonnie Gauthier Lois Krause Barb Laurain Gail Mangs Cacina Reynolds Julianne Roth
Rebecca Selig Rachel Spitzig Vin Sukhraj Denise Tovlin Ruth Van Winkle
For more information about the event, auction and sponsorshp opportunities, please contact:
Jane Lennox and Nancy Woodward, Co-Directors of Development
860-523-5900 Ext. 15
JLennox@PlayhouseTheatreGroup.org | NWoodward@PlayhouseTheatreGroup.org
642 Hilliard St, Manchester, Connecticut
The Clerestory is at the heart of the historic Hilliard Mills redevelopment complex, a nationally listed historical site in Manchester. Completely renovated and opened in March 2022, this gorgeous venue features a modern industrial style, soaring 26-foot high ceilings, a brand new state-of-art ventilation system, and wall-to-wall windows looking out onto the natural beauty of this unique property.
Hilliard Mills LLC was founded in 2006 to restore, renovate and preserve one of Connecticut’s finest architectural and historical treasures. The long and colorful history of one of the nation’s earliest industrial sites is a distinction that Hilliard Mills has retained. Restoration and renovation of the site is sympathetic to and accentuates the original architecture of the buildings, while offering modern, energy efficient amenities for today’s business and event needs. Historical displays are incorporated throughout the property, showcasing photographs and artifacts from different periods of the site.
The Clerestory is equipped with the new state-of-the art AirPure Control Systems HVAC system which was designed in 2020. This ducted system makes the indoors much more healthy. The key is to greatly reduce the viral load in the interior space, approaching what you would find outdoors. The system is designed to work on airborne pathogens including flu, coronavirus, rhinovirus, fungal, bacterial and more. www.airpurecontrolsystems.com
Bar Menu
Open Bar for 1.5 hours, cash bar thereafter
Customized Craft Cocktails
Cocktail Hour
Coconut Mojito
White Whiskey Margarita
Dinner
Passion Fruit Mojito
Tropical Margarita
Domestic, Imported and Craft Beer
Hand Selected Wine and Sparkling Wine
Assorted Carbonated Beverages
WELCOME RECEPTION
Passed Hors D'oeuvres (GF)
Jicama Wrap
Chicken | Enoki Mushrooms
Deviled Eggs
White Crab Salad
Squid Ink Arancini
Black Rice | Squid Ink | Toum
Marinated Mozzarella (V)
Olive Oil | Black Cumin Seeds | White Balsamic
Black Garlic Filet Skewer
Yogurt Sauce
Station One : White Garden (GF/V)
Garden Fresh White Vegetables
White Asparagus | White Hakurei Turnips |White Parsnips
White Carrot |White Eggplant | White Cauliflower
Black Hummus
Whipped Feta
Station Two : Sushi (GF)
Hand Rolled Sushi Rolls and Nigiri
Halibut | Scallop | Fluke | Tofu | Tuna
DINNER
Salad (GF)
Served tableside
Chopped Iceberg
Splashed with colors of the rainbow
Tomato | Watermelon Radish | Red Cabbage | Striped Beets | Yellow Peppers | Carrot |
Cucumber | Citrus Vinaigrette
Station One : Tacos (GF)
Off the Cob Street Corn (V)
Sweet Corn | Queso Fresco | Cilantro | Smoked Jalapeno Aioli
Green Rice and Beans (V)
Red Kidney Beans | Yellow Bell Pepper | Cilantro
Red Corn Taco - Coriander Shrimp
Cilantro | Tequila
Blue Corn Taco - Tricolored Cauliflower (V)
Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw | Tajin
Yellow Corn Taco - Adobo Chicken
Orange | Avocado
Drink Accompaniment : Iced Cornitas
Lime
Station Two : Cuban (GF)
Mariquitas (V)
Plantain Chips | Mojo Sauce | Charred Pineapple Relish
Masitas de Puerco
Crispy Pork | Havana Sauce | Lime | Mango | Pickled Onions
Ceviche Tradicional
White Fish | Hominy | Leche de Tigre | Peppers |Heirloom Tomatoes
Ropa Vieja
Braised Beef | Jalapeno | Green Olive | Red Pearl Onions
Drink Accompaniment : Cuba Libre
Station Three : Milesian (GF)
Green Curry Salmon
String Beans | Basil | Eggplant
Papaya Salad (V)
Crushed Peanuts | Chili Pepper | Cucumber | Sweet and Spicy Vinaigrette
Pineapple Fried Rice (V)
Cashew | Egg | Peppers | Tofu
Chicken Satay
Lemongrass | Green Chilis | Mint | Nuoc Mam
Drink Accompaniment: Gin Pahit
DESSERT STATIONS
Coffee and Tea Station
Freshly Brewed Dark Roast and Decaffeinated Coffee with Herbal Tea
Dessert Station
Rainbow of Fruit Tart Bites
Raspberry | Papaya | Mango |Kiwi | Blueberries | Plums | Blackberries
Panna Cotta Cups (GF)
Dragon Fruit |
Chocolate Mocha |
Lemon
Fruit Cup (GF)
Coconut Whipped Cream
Passed Desserts
Chocolate | Vanilla | Confetti Cake Pops
Rainbow Chocolate Drizzle
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sticks
LATE NIGHT
Churros
Chocolate | Carmel | Fruit Dipping Sauce
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![]() ERIN LINDSEY KROM has performed regionally with Cape Playhouse, Geva Theatre, Tuacahn Amphitheater, Front Porch Theatricals, Everyman Theatre, The Pittsburgh Public, PCLO, PICT, Kinetic Theatre Company & Playhouse on Park, among others. Proud AEA member! Various film, tv & commercial credits. For more info, visit www.erinkrom.com |
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MELANIE GUERIN is grateful to have been part of the Playhouse on Park family since 2008, when she served as music director for IN THE HEIGHTS. Other Playhouse productions include MURDER FOR TWO, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS and last summer’s INTO THE WOODS. Melanie holds a Bachelor of Music degree in clarinet performance and music education, as well as a Master of Music Education degree, both from The Hartt School. She currently teaches at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts High School, where she is the winds and vocal music specialist. She was previously a faculty member in The Hartt School Theatre Division, serving as a vocal coach, music director, and accompanist. As a music director and pianist, Melanie has worked with community and professional theater companies throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts, including the Young People's Center for Creative Arts, Ivoryton Playhouse, and New Paradigm Theater. She has composed a number of works for vocal and instrumental ensembles, including several children's songs and two original musicals. www.melaniebguerin.com
Melanie Guerin
Nick Cutroneo
Ryan Ford
Honoka Masuyama
Latanya is an ordinary woman with an ordinary life who brings an extraordinary voice to the music scene during live performances and on her debut album “Feelin’ Alright”. Uplifting melodies and powerful vocals are the hallmark of her songs about life, love and happiness. Latanya Farrell has emerged as a band leader full of energy who is uniquely gifted at engaging audiences with her bright smile and impeccable style. Blending Latanya’s original music with popular cover tunes, she performs to packed houses throughout New England. Her presence is infectious, and the energy keeps flowing throughout the entire performance with music that ranges from soulful classics to urban contemporary to her inspiring originals.
Extraordinary Voice
Latanya's powerful performances are packed with people both far and near who come to hear her incredible vocals. Dubbed the “Queen of Summer Concerts” by the Hartford Courant in 2013, Latanya Farrell is a multitalented gifted singer, songwriter, and performer with genuine passion, energy, and a love for music and life.
Since winning Connecticut Star Search in 2003, Latanya has had leading musical roles which include performing “Songs in the Key of Life” at the Bushnell Theater as well as other large venues sharing the stage with amazing artists such as Wynton Marsalis and Air Supply.
Latanya has been featured on several albums including her longtime friend and world-renowned saxophonist Jimmy Greene’s Grammy Award nominated album, “A Beautiful Life”, which was dedicated to Jimmy and Nelba Márquez-Greene’s beautiful precious daughter, Ana Grace, who was tragically lost at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Energetic Performer
Latanya's award-winning vocal talent and style have been influenced by Whitney Houston, Natalie Cole, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, and Jill Scott. With performance roots in her family church and community events, her career took off shortly after she was named Champion of the 2003 Connecticut Star Search competition.
Listen to Latanya and get excited to dance at Encore!
Thank you to our 2022 Encore! sponsors:
The Sandra and Arnold Chase Family Foundation, Inc.
Ruth and Ron Van Winkle
Waypoint Wealth Solutions
Nisreen and Jay Cain
Gene and Peter Evans
CliftonLarsonAllen
Thank you to our 2022 Encore! Underwriters:
Young Professional Tickets
Harris, Azia and Selig